Half-day social outings for seeing friends or making new ones. Venues are 'local and inviting': The Chef’s Garden: This is an oasis, serving locally grown foods. It’s deck area is surrounded by dense tropical gardens with many exotic plants. You will delight in both the beverages and food (your choice and cost).

We’re revisiting two iconic destinations: the Swedish furnishing kingdom and the enchanting Swiss chocolatier. Whether you’re looking for a footstool or a milk chocolate, both companies have global renown so this is the outing for you. Note: no large purchases taken onboard; Ikea will deliver.

We are super excited to take you on a social outing to ‘We’re not sure what!’ So come along with us because we won’t know what’s showing until the week before. But we do know it’ll be fun to relax with popcorn (own cost): Event Cinemas Tuggerah (Wyong residents) and Hoyts Erina (Gosf/Penin. residents).

Hard to better this: your $25 ticket (own cost) includes lunch, raffle, bingo and, of course, some simply marvellous cabaret talent. Please bring photo ID.

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Sitting front and centre where the lake meets the sea, the fittingly named ‘Lakes Hotel’ has been serving warm hospitality since 1940. Recently refurbished, it's now a contemporary coastal pub, retaining a nostalgic feeling. Enjoy lunch (your choice and cost) while you socialise with your bus-mates.

Join a 1-hour tour to learn where your fish are caught and where they come from. It’s an accessible walk (with rest stops) of the building’s spectacular design, and you can enjoy fish ‘n’ chips afterwards (your choice and cost). Bring small Eski if buying seafood. Payment when booking. Limited spots. No refunds.

A fascinating historic coastal fort at the entrance to New­castle Harbour. Enjoy a guided tunnel-tour to explore ammunition rooms (no walkers, wheelchairs for tour). For those unable to take the tour, you will find plenty to see in the museum and grounds. Bring your own picnic lunch.

Delight in visiting this most marvellous of nurseries, it’s heaven for those that appreciate gardening, nature and the gentle outdoors. Then it will be time for a tasty lunch at Belmont Golf & Bowls, the perfect place for a wonder­ful lunch and equally pleasing views (your choice and cost).

Located right on the sand at one of our most loved spots: Avoca Beach. With level entry-access and an atmosphere of unhurried friendliness, this is the ideal place to relax, chat and enjoy time together. Bring your seniors card/ID for $15 meal (your choice and cost).

Join us for a most delightful day out on the Central Coast where the destination is a surprise (Hint: we’ll swap salt air for shaded roads, wending their way towards an old village— with a beguiling calmness, where time is kind and meals are warm (your choice and cost).

With Mother’s Day near, Palmdale offers a peaceful setting to remember, reflect and celebrate cherished memories. Please note: cemetery has some uneven ground. After our visit enjoy a delicious lunch at the Tall Timbers Hotel in Ourimbah (your choice and cost).

Sit back with a cup of tea, scone or sandwich at the Gosford 50+ Leisure Centre. This is the ideal chance to relax, socialise and feel appreciated—all within a comfortable indoor setting. And you can join in on some fun-packed activities, including trivia and bingo (participation optional).

Start your day the most delicious way with a break­fast at one of Gosford’s favourite spots: Top Point Café. Indulge in a freshly prepared breakfast (9.30—11am) menu, all served with expertly brewed coffee or tea (your choice and cost).

Enjoy a relaxed scenic drive around the beautiful Lake Macquarie, taking in its sparkling water views and peace­ful surroundings. Then enjoy a delightful lunch at Pippis at the Point, located right across from the waterfront, you won’t find a better setting (your choice and cost).

Something uniquely Australian: join us in visiting this gallery. You will delight in his breath­taking images of our landscapes and coastlines. Afterwards, we will enjoy lunch at The Sanctuary Café, with its tasty bites, arty surroundings and ‘no-rush’ atmosphere (your choice and cost).

Delight in visiting this most marvellous of nurseries, it’s heaven for those that appreciate gardening, nature and the gentle outdoors. Then it will be time for a tasty lunch at Belmont Golf & Bowls, the perfect place for a wonder­ful lunch and equally pleasing views (your choice and cost).

Calling all aviation fans or blokes after a great day out! Jump on board our BOB bus to the home of famed jets and hangars full of hands-on aviation displays. There is even an observation deck to see in-service aircraft flying. Then we will refuel at My Three Beans Café (your choice and cost) for a chat with the boys.

Ease into your Monday with breakfast by the beach at the ever-popular Bateau Bay Beach Café. Think great coffee and super tasty breakfasts (9.30—11am), (your choice and cost). Start the day right: fully caffeinated and smiling.

Enjoy a relaxed scenic drive around the beautiful Lake Macquarie, taking in its sparkling water views and peace­ful surroundings. Then enjoy a delightful lunch at Pippis at the Point, located right across from the waterfront, you won’t find a better setting (your choice and cost).

Kick off your shoes, feel the sand between your toes and embrace adventure. We’ll wander the shore, explore the caves and soak up the ocean air. You must feel confident walking on sand to fully enjoy this experience. After working up an appetite, we’ll head to Caves Coastal Bar for lunch (your choice and cost).

Come along with us for a relaxed morning of music, laughter and great company among like-minded people. Entry is just $10 (own cost) and that covers you for a absolutely delicious morning tea and entertainment by ‘Wild Honey’.

Who doesn’t love an Op-shop adventure? We will explore two great ones during our hunt for hidden treasures, don’t miss the bargain–spotting fun. After work­ing up an appetite we will head to Wyong Golf Club for a relaxed lunch (your choice and cost), it’ll be a great chance to show off your finds and refuel.

Who doesn’t love an Op-shop adventure? We will explore two great ones during our hunt for hidden treasures, don’t miss the bargain–spotting fun. After work­ing up an appetite we will head to Wyong Golf Club for a relaxed lunch (your choice and cost), it’ll be a great chance to show off your finds and refuel.

Travel in comfort to this iconic beach, the filming location of Home & Away. We’ll visit the surf club and Alfs Bait Shop—and there may be some filming in action so keep your eyes peeled. After soaking up the sights we’ll relax with fish + chips at Club Palm Beach, enjoying great food, views and company.

Join us for a most delightful day out on the Central Coast where the destination is a surprise (Hint: we’ll swap salt air for shaded roads, wending their way towards an old village— with a beguiling calmness, where time is kind and meals are warm (your choice and cost).

Something uniquely Australian: join us in visiting this gallery. You will delight in his breath­taking images of our landscapes and coastlines. Afterwards, we will enjoy lunch at The Sanctuary Café, with its tasty bites, arty surroundings and ‘no-rush’ atmosphere (your choice and cost).